Retirement often conjures images of leisurely days, free from the demands of work. For some, it’s a dream fueled by pensions or vast wealth. But for many of usthose who aren’t government officials with cushy benefits or billionaires with endless resourcesretirement isn’t a practical option. Instead of chasing an elusive finish line, I’ve been thinking about what makes work meaningful as I approach the later stages of my career. Here’s my vision for the ideal workplace, one that keeps me engaged and eliminates the need to retire. A workplace should be a space where you can thrive, not just survive. A non-toxic environment is essentialfree from unnecessary stress, cliques, or unfair treatment. It’s a place where collaboration trumps competition, and everyone’s voice is valued. When negativity is absent, work becomes a source of energy rather than exhaustion. The ideal workplace doesn’t discriminate based on race, gender, religion, or any other… How do you want to retire?